You are asked to analyze some trauma on some sub adult skeletal remains. You fin

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You are asked to analyze some trauma on some sub adult skeletal remains. You find: Multiple jagged and sharp-edged fractures on the ribs "A jagged edged fracture on the left proximal humeral head Concentric circle fractures on the left parietal with sharp edges "In addition, several of the ribs also have fractures that are smoother in appearance and beginning to fuse You also observe several boney calluses on the ribs. What is your assessment of these injuries? To receive full credit, be sure to include the timing of the injuries in relation to death as well as a potential scenario that may have resulted in the trauma o

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- Ct scan is very important for assesment.

- Fracture of ribs and Fracture of Left proximal humeral head states that there was a fall on outstretched hand from standing height.

- Direct impact on humerus is the main cause.

- Jagged edges means fractures are freed from surrounding soft tissues and humera head is excised .

- To make the situation worse , fracture was observed in parietal lobe of skull .

- Management : Fracture should be immobilised as soon as possible. Keep patient comfortable and minimize any need for movement.

- Any fracture of skull requires immediate treatment if raccoon eyes or bleeding or bruises are seen .

- Rib fractures can cause severe pain .

- Fractures can result in death if skull fractures are dangerous and results in unconciousness.

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